Quote by Janet Frame

For your own good is a persuasive argument that will eventually make a man agree to his own destruction.

For your own good is a persuasive argument that will eventua

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone is manipulated or convinced something is "for their own good," it can lead them down a path of harm or destruction. Despite appearing persuasive, the idea is that arguments made under the guise of benefiting someone can coerce them into agreeing to things that have negative consequences. It warns against blindly accepting such reasoning, as it may ultimately lead to undesirable outcomes.

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Persuasion

By Janet Frame

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